News across Greater San Francisco

Celebrate the Richmond Annex centennial with a local organic food guru
Celebrate the Richmond Annex centennial with a local organic food guru Bob Gerner, the Natural Grocery founder, grew up in the Annex. He became a tofu burger pioneer — and helped build the non-GMO movement.

Update: ‘Slow down,’ family pleads after Richmond man, 65, killed on 23rd Street
Update: ‘Slow down,’ family pleads after Richmond man, 65, killed on 23rd Street Douglas Vargas had lived in the neighborhood for about 20 years and walked it most mornings, his niece said. He is the second pedestrian killed on Richmond's 23rd Street in about a month.

AlertMarin Countywide Test: September 26
On Saturday, September 26 at 10am, Marin County will conduct a countywide AlertMarin test to help ensure the system is ready to deliver critical information when emergencies occur. The test will be sent to everyone registered for AlertMarin. As we prepare for peak wildfire season…

AlertMarin Countywide Test: September 26
On Saturday, September 26 at 10am, Marin County will conduct a countywide AlertMarin test to help ensure the system is ready to deliver critical information when emergencies occur. The test will be sent to everyone registered for AlertMarin. As we prepare for peak wildfire season…

UCSF staff, S.F. officials say General Hospital still isn’t safe for workers
At a vigil, colleagues of slain social worker Alberto Rangel say they are still in danger from patients — and UCSF can do better UCSF staff, S.F. officials say General Hospital still isn’t safe for workers

Doulas Are Helping Black California Moms Navigate Pregnancy–Even as High Mortality Rates Persist
In California, Black women experience the highest pregnancy-related mortality rate — about four times greater than other women, according to statistics. From 2021 to 2023, the leading causes of pregnancy-related deaths included cardiovascular disease, COVID-19, hemorrhage,…

John Aldon Fruge, 1947 – 2026
John Aldon Fruge passed away peacefully on September 19, 2026, in Alameda. "Aldon had a quiet way of noticing what people needed and making their lives better, often through small acts that required no recognition... What you saw was who he was: genuine, calm, and kind."

Erick Bell Appointed to AUSD Board of Education
After considering three finalists, the AUSD Board of Education has appointed Erick O. Bell to fill the seat left vacant when Board Clerk Jennifer Williams resigned. Susan Davis also announced that a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Otis Elementary School is set for September…

AUSD Board Candidates Talk AI, Budget, Youth Civic Engagement During Public Forum
Newcomer Sarah Putnam, returning candidate Joyce Boyd, former board member Mike McMahon, and current incumbents Gary Lym and Carrie Hahnel are all vying for seats on the AUSD Board of Education. Desmond Bracken relays their discussions on AI, budget, and youth civic engagement at…

All Around Alameda – Out on the Town
This week in Alameda, enjoy a night of storytelling under the big top, sip tequila and mezcal in Downtown Alameda, tour "Leonardville," fundraise for earthquake relief, and attend the grand opening of Pinot's Palette.

Two Birds from Alameda – September 24, 2026
Seagull asks our candidates a burning question in the latest installment of our weekly strip drawn by Alameda cartoonist, Brice.

Review: Smuin Ballet’s French Kiss
The company and its director have shown due reverence to the past without being trapped in it. Review: Smuin Ballet’s French Kiss